John H. Wageman

John H. Wageman
Born (1841-03-22)March 22, 1841
Amelia, Ohio
Died January 9, 1916(1916-01-09) (aged 74)
Place of burial Williamsburg, Ohio
Allegiance United States of America
Service/branch United States Army
Union Army
Rank Private
Unit 60th Ohio Infantry
Battles/wars Second Battle of Petersburg
Awards Medal of Honor

John H. Wageman (March 22, 1841 - January 9, 1916) was an American soldier who fought for the Union Army during the American Civil War. He received the Medal of Honor for valor.

Biography

Wageman served in the American Civil War in the 60th Ohio Infantry. He received the Medal of Honor on July 27, 1896 for his actions at the Second Battle of Petersburg on June 17, 1864.

Medal of Honor citation

Citation:

Remained with the command after being severely wounded until he had fired all the cartridges in his possession, when he had to be carried from the field.[1]

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